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School-based intervention programs for PTSD symptoms: a review and meta-analysis.

Erika S Rolfsnes1, Thormod Idsoe

  • 1Centre for Behavioural Research,University of Stavanger, Stavanger, Norway. esrolfsnes@yahoo.com

Journal of Traumatic Stress
|March 23, 2011
PubMed
Summary

School-based interventions effectively reduce symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in children and adolescents. This meta-analysis of 19 studies confirms the significant impact of these programs in diverse international settings.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
  • Educational Psychology

Background:

  • Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) significantly impacts children and adolescents.
  • School environments offer a unique setting for delivering mental health interventions.
  • Evidence-based programs are crucial for addressing trauma in youth.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review and meta-analyze school-based intervention programs for reducing PTSD symptoms in children and adolescents.
  • To assess the overall effectiveness of these interventions across different trauma types and therapeutic modalities.
  • To synthesize findings from international studies to inform clinical practice and policy.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive review and meta-analysis of 19 studies from 9 countries.
  • Inclusion of studies addressing various trauma exposures (Type I and Type II).
  • Analysis of interventions including cognitive-behavioral therapy, play/art therapy, EMDR, and mind-body techniques.

Main Results:

  • An overall medium-large effect size (d = 0.68) was found for PTSD symptom reduction.
  • Cognitive-behavioral therapy was the most frequently used intervention method.
  • Interventions demonstrated effectiveness across diverse cultural and trauma contexts.

Conclusions:

  • School-based interventions are a viable and effective approach for managing PTSD symptoms in young populations.
  • The findings support the integration of mental health support within educational settings.
  • Further research can explore specific intervention components that yield the greatest benefits.